Caring vs. Carrying: Supporting Others Without Absorbing Their Emotions

Podcast: The OWN IT Podcast with Nicole Hollar · Nicole Hollar

Opublikowano: 2026-10-20

Today we talk about the idea of Caring vs. Carrying emotions. Nicole Hollar distinguishes between genuine support and emotional absorption, illustrating how taking on another person's distress diminishes your ability to help them. Rather than climbing into a sinking ship and joining someone in crisis, maintaining healthy boundaries allows you to remain a calm, steady presence on the dock. True empathy involves validating feelings and offering practical assistance without letting someone else's anxiety dictate your own internal state. By refusing to adopt another individual's emotional weight, you protect your energy and avoid creating compounding exhaustion. U...